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GEM Magazine April 2012

Olivia Bouler: Taking Flight Read about why twelve-year-old Olivia Bouler believes The Arts are not only the conduit through which she channels her energy and enthusiasm for her causes, but…

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Marla Lewis: Grammy Winning Songwriter for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

“I never expected to win a Grammy,” says Wantagh Award-winning singer/songwriter, Marla Lewis. “I just love to write songs that teach, entertain, and sometimes raise a smile. I’m really proud…

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Olivia Bouler: Taking Flight

Twelve-year-old Olivia first gained fame two years ago when she offered her paintings to people who donated to the National Audubon Society in response to the BP Gulf oil spill.…

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It’s March. Do You know How Strong Your Schools’ Arts Programs Are?

Posted on Arne Duncan Secretary Duncan talks with students at one of the ED's frequent Student Art Exhibit Openings at the Department's headquarters. The arts are an important part of…

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chandra thomas: ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE

For as long as she can remember, chandra thomas ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE credits her family for instilling a love of storytelling. Entrenched in her upbringing between Harlem and Long…

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Arts education program boosts reading scores

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You Gotta Have HeART!

Photo credit Sherrie Nickol

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Frances McGarry: Featured Guest on Artistic Resilience

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An Interview with Tricia McDermott

The Little Theater Who Could… An Interview with Tricia McDermott. Founder/Producing Artistic Director Airmid Theatre Company.This following article recently appeared in the 2012 January/February Arts and Entertainment issue of GEM…

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Still Advocating for Arts

Still Advocating for Artsby Lisa Mancuso.Northport Observer.December 12, 2011.Dr. Frances McGarry taught English and theater in the Northport‑East Northport school district for more than 25 years and loved every minute…

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